160 pages : 25 cm

Take a look at the life of the incredible scientist who forever altered our view of life on earth. Darwin follows the man from his birth to his last days, delving into his groundbreaking publications, far-flung travels, and theories on evolution. More than 160 stunning images and illustrations include personal diary entries, letters, and handwritten notes, as well as sketches from Darwin's famous works. In compelling detail, this illustrated biography covers not only Darwin's scientific career and On the Origin of Species, but also his personal struggles, allowing us to truly see and understand the human being

"The content of this book first appeared in Darwin, ISBN 978-0-233-00251-4, André Deutsch, 2008"--Title page verso

Text originally published as: Darwin : the story of the man and his theories of evolution. 2008

Includes bibliographical references (page 158) and index

Introduction -- The abyss of time -- The abundance of nature -- Charles Darwin : born a naturalist -- Edinburgh University -- Cambridge University -- The voyage of the Beagle -- Eastern South America -- Don Carlos "so much of a gaucho" -- Fossil discoveries -- Tierra del Fuego and the shock of the savage -- Western South America -- The Galápagos : the true story -- Across the Pacific and around the world -- To marry or not to marry? -- Journal of researches -- Zoology of the Beagle -- Geology of the Beagle -- At home with the Darwins -- Barnacles -- Putting the puzzle together -- On the origin of species -- The reception of Darwin's theory of evolution -- Orchids -- Variation -- The powers of plants -- The descent of man and The expression of the emotions -- The sage of Down and the study of worms -- Darwin's death and legacy

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